Post-Hurricane Building Envelope & Systems Evaluation – Luxury Oceanfront Condo
Project Overview
- Location: Key West, FL
- Property Profile: Two 4-Story Waterfront Buildings | ± 80,000 SF
- Disciplines: Structural Engineering, MEP Systems, NDT Foundation Testing, Coastal Resilience
Fronting the Atlantic Ocean in Key West, this premier two-building condominium complex is constantly exposed to salt-air corrosion and high-velocity hurricane winds. Comprised of four-story residential units elevated over ground-level parking, the complex sits on a sophisticated combination of deep foundation pilings and slab-on-grade construction.
Following recent major hurricane events, the Condominium Association retained G.M. Selby to conduct a proactive, deep-dive forensic evaluation. Our mission was to identify latent storm damage and evaluate the long-term performance of the building’s structural and mechanical systems in a high-corrosion environment.
Major Project Outcomes
Strategic Insight for Long-Term Property Value
Latent Damage Discovery
Identified critical structural and envelope deficiencies that were not visible to the naked eye, preventing future costly emergency repairs.
Prioritized Repair Roadmap
Delivered a structural analysis report that ranked repairs by urgency, allowing the Association to manage their reserve funds effectively.
Code Compliance Verification
Confirmed the status of MEP and structural systems against the latest High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements.
Enhanced Coastal Longevity
Provided specialized recommendations for corrosion-mitigation and waterproofing upgrades to extend the building's lifespan.